Cannabis Businesses Worker Permits

In accordance with VMC Chapters 5.94, 5.96, and 5.98, individuals working in a cannabis business, including volunteers, must obtain a worker permit from the City of Vista. Cannabis delivery drivers, originating from stores located within the City of Vista, must obtain a cannabis delivery driver permit from the City of Vista.

• Applications are available, and must be submitted to, the City Clerk’s Office located on the second floor of the Civic Center (200 Civic Center Drive).
• Applicants must present a valid government issued photo identification (must be a driver's license if applying for a delivery driver permit) and a medical cannabis recommendation/card (storefront and delivery only). Must present physical document(s) for photocopying.
• There is a $15, non-refundable, fee per permit type that must be paid at the time the application is submitted.
• Applicants will receive a Live Scan request form to take to an authorized Live Scan agency for processing.
• Employees may not have a felony conviction in the past four years.

Once the applicant has cleared their background check, a work (or delivery driver) permit will be issued. To verify that a work permit or delivery driver permit is valid, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 760.643.5320.